Dr Stretch - Sports & Remedial Massage in Islington Reviews Summary

Massage and Treatment Quality

Pros:

• "In just 1 hour Alex had me walking out the door feeling super relaxed."
• "Rimon has the strength and expertise to address any problem areas accurately."
• "Juliana was great at providing assisted stretching to expand my range of motion."
• "Alex has fantastic strength so if you need someone to really get into those tight muscles, he's your guy."
• "The massage was very thorough and I can feel my legs lighter right after."
• "He combined a number of therapy techniques during treatment."
• "The therapist effectively addressed my lower back pain and muscle tightness, providing immediate relief."
• "Alex then went to work with strong & targeted pressure in his massage technique."
• "Rimon was very knowledgeable and taught me a lot about stretching."
• "The cupping element is something I really benefitted from too, as it helped release some deep tension."

Cons:

• "Overall I'd prefer the sports massage over the MOT as it seems more customized to my key concerns."

Professionalism and Expertise

Pros:

• "They are quality in here and super professional."
• "He is super knowledgeable, professional and I felt a great sense of relief."
• "They know exactly what they are doing and it's so nice to have a reliable place that I can come to."
• "I can very highly recommend Alex’s 75 minute body MOT."
• "Their patience and unwavering support are invaluable in helping me become a better sports therapist."

Cons:

Therapeutic Environment

Pros:

• "The space itself is really clean and feels very personable!"
• "Really clean place with clearly very knowledgeable people running it."
• "The staff was welcoming, the facility was clean and modern."
• "It was a really nice touch to have lofi beats and essential oil aromatherapy."

Cons:

Additional Services and Advice

Pros:

• "He assessed my range of motion, provided aftercare tips on how to stretch."
• "All helped improve my range of motion in different ways."
• "He helps you breathe through difficult muscle soreness to work out the tension."
• "Alex also gave me good tips on my nutrition and on how to tweak my fitness routine."
• "They take a genuine interest in your well-being and gave me a series of stretches tailored to me."

Cons:

Customer Service and Experience

Pros:

• "Everyone was so friendly and welcoming!"
• "5* recommendation! Romin had the strength and knowledge."
• "The whole team was very welcoming and Roahan was informative about everything during my session."
• "Therapist checked in throughout to check the level of pressure was alright."
• "He was also very informative. It was very pleasant."

Cons:

Accessibility and Amenities

Pros:

• "This location is also ground floor, which is great if you have accessibility needs."
• "The gym/studio is very aesthetic and beautiful."

Cons:

Massage Experience and Effectiveness

Pros:

• "After pulling muscles in my lower back I was in a lot of pain, so booked a deep tissue massage with Dr. Stretch and the difference it made was so dramatic I came away from the session feeling not just better but actively good."
• "I’ve just left from a deep tissue massage with Alex and it was amazing. I was experiencing lots of tightness and pain in my upper back and ankles which has freed up so much."
• "Outstanding massage from Alex- no joke one of the most effective sessions I’ve ever had to remediate some neck/shoulder issues."
• "Rimon is excellent at sports massage. I came in with pain in my lower back and hamstring and felt almost new after just one session."
• "Alex’s deep tissue work on my shoulders has significantly improved my posture and reduced my pain."

Cons:

• "Felt the massage was slightly rushed, perhaps a longer session is required next time for full benefits."

Value for Money

Pros:

• "Well worth the money for the level of service provided."
• "They have very competitive prices for what you get."
• "The quality of the massage is definitely worth the price."
• "Good value, especially with the membership program they offer."

Cons:

• "The services can be a bit pricey but it’s an investment into your health."

Overall Satisfaction

Pros:

• "I have tried many therapy places and this is by far the best."
• "Highly recommend for anyone suffering from chronic pain."
• "I am a regular now and always leave feeling rejuvenated."
• "Never had a bad experience and always leave feeling significantly better."

Cons:

• "I wish they had more availability on weekends."